I often struggle with rushing out the door in the morning without grabbing something to eat. I have had this problem as long as I can remember. This changed when I started taking medication to treat my ADHD symptoms. Without a full meal, the duration and effectiveness of my morning dose would vary. I needed a solution.
I started doing meal prep once a week. Sometimes I make 4-5 days worth of breakfast burritos or a big batch of hash browns with veggies I had on hand. Healthy trail mix as a meal replacement is a good option if I’m in a rush (I like Power Up High Energy). It is ready to eat, doesn’t require cooking or utensils, and is shelf stable at room temperature. I keep some in my work backpack and at my desk in case I miss lunch. What hacks work best for you?
Meal prep ideas:
Sandwiches: toast, English muffins, American biscuits. Meats, cheese, eggs, premade and frozen.
Can also be wraps.
Add condiments to make them less dry.
Can bake sausages inside rolls
Fast meals: cereal, oatmeal with fruit mix in, bagels, toast.
The biggest thing is a routine. I take a berry flavored heartburn pill in the morning, so the taste confirms I took my meds. I have a set of things I have to do every morning, and a leisure activity I can perform if I’m early.